France in the United States
Consulate General of France in Chicago

Visas for France

Please note that you will be asked to present a piece of identification to the security of the building in order to have access to our floor.

Starting January 1st, 2009, visas will NO longer be issued the same day. Please make sure that you apply at least 15 days before your scheduled date of departure.
Your passport will be mailed back to you with the prepaid USPS Express Mail envelope that you must provide with your file.
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    NEW BIOMETRICS VISA

    Starting December 2, 2009, the Consulate General of France in Chicago will issue biometric visas. Accordingly, all visa applicants, except children under 6 years old, are required to appear in person at the visa section.